Sam Gargis shows a “spool jack,” a product by ITC Innovative Tool where he interned. It is used to lift any size spool off the ground where it can then be used to spool or unspool any type of rope or wiring. “I love the inventing side of the business, the theoretic part of problem-solving,” said Gargis. “That mind-set has propelled me to want to do mechanical engineering in college.” Photo by Thresa Edwards |
Hardin Valley students explore careers
By Theresa Edwards
Hardin Valley Academy seniors presented displays describing their 70-hour internships at “Senior Portfolio Showcase Night.” This event is required of all students seeking an academy endorsement.
The presentations were by students in all four academies with evaluations performed by their respective dean: STEM (Dean Debbie Sayers), Business Law/Public Affairs (Dean Laura Watson), Health Science (Dean Tami Russell) and Liberal Arts (Dean Sharon Cate).
HVA student Jordan Newport advises: “Senior portfolio is a great experience for any student curious about a particular field of work. This course allows students to explore their options in the work force and test out their occupational field of choice. If a student truly devotes themselves to this course, this can be one of the most important classes of their high school career. I personally highly suggest this experience to any interested student.”
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